I'm 2 weeks post op from Tummy Tuck and Lipo and had one drain removed before I had to return to the UK, but left one in and agreed id have my doc take it out in UK when drainage was low enough. the drain fell out one day and i went to a&e and they said there isnt any fluid and drain was ready to come out. 3 days later and my stomach is a water bed. So uncomfortable and wobbling. The problem is now, who can drain it in the UK? Will NHS do it? I can't afford to go back to Poland?
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Answer: Seroma Needs to be Drained after Tummy Tuck and Liposuction
That is a little more drainage than usual but it is common to see some increased drainage after liposuction. The amount of drainage can vary widely and has been decreased significantly with the relatively new technique of "Progressive tension sutures". I would keep close follow up with your surgeon.
Urine stream change can occur after surgery due to Foley catheter placement, skin tension changes, and swelling. If the condition does not resolve or improve in a few days, further investigation would be merited.
This is a very important question. Compression socks will not be sufficient. Your risk should be assessed by using the caprini scale. This allows to give a more detailed assessment of somebodies risk of developing dvt.
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